Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
drummondii
ID:
256169

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.P.Linder & G.Will.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 314 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255501

Common Names

  • Oligophyton Drummondii
  • Drummond's Oligophyton
  • Drummond's Small Plant

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Synonyms

  • Benthamia drummondii (H.P.Linder & G.Will.) Szlach. & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Oligophyton drummondii (also called Drummond's Oligophyton, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It has long, thin, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas in the highlands of the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Uses & Benefits

Oligophyton drummondii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful, bright white flower that blooms in the spring and summer months. The plant is also known to attract beneficial insects and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oligophyton drummondii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oligophyton drummondii is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or seeds.

Where to Find Oligophyton drummondii

Oligophyton drummondii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Oligophyton drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oligophyton drummondii?

Oligophyton drummondii

What is the common name of Oligophyton drummondii?

Drummond's Oligophyton

What is the natural habitat of Oligophyton drummondii?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

Species in the Oligophyton genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-138958: Based on the initial data import
Graham Williamson (1932-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Will.' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.